Vulnerability

Real strength, holding space, healing past wounds, accepting yourself as you are, sharing from the depths of your heart, raw truths, compassion from others, removing your armor.

Our vulnerability can be one of the greatest gifts we can share It can also be the hardest. In our society we are conditioned to put on a façade, to be strong, even in times of difficulty. Paradoxically, being vulnerable is one of the strongest things we can be.

It is easy to armor ourselves from the harsh truths that may be too painful to bring to the light of day. However, this causes greater suffering as buried pain becomes shadows. Unprocessed negative experiences can incarnate as much more troublesome traits or insecurities than their origin.

When we are truly honest with ourselves, in all our facets, we are vulnerable. That honesty is an important step in discovering our shadows and bringing them into the light for healing. Furthermore, when we share our vulnerabilities with others, we allow them to glimpse a deeper part of ourselves. This is fertile soil for trust. It plants the seeds for others to share the places that are most raw or tender for them. Our closest friendships can be formed in this space.

The times when we feel too uncomfortable to reach out to others can be the very times we need them most. Having compassion and awareness of the struggle and disorientation others may be going through is a valuable contribution to the world. Holding space where others can be vulnerable is a key element of healing work. Self-love is also connected to our ability to be vulnerable as it allows us to be true to ourselves, exactly as we are without judgement.

Divinatory Meaning

Be vulnerable with yourself and others. It may also be time to step into the role of healer and hold space. Holding space means being fully present, without judgement, in a way that provides a safe and nurturing environment. In this place, guards can be dropped, and ad deeper level of awareness and relating can unfold. Enabling unconditional love and acceptance allows for vulnerabilities to be expressed, for the core of dis-ease to be discovered, and for profound healing to take place.